Channon Dorr
About Channon Dorr
Channon Dorr is an Underwriter 2 at Velocity Risk in Nashville, Tennessee, with a background in underwriting and management at ICAT. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from the University of Colorado Boulder and has experience in building relationships with brokers and managing a significant portfolio.
Work at Velocity Risk
Channon Dorr currently holds the position of Underwriter 2 at Velocity Risk, a role she has occupied since 2022. Based in Nashville, Tennessee, she is responsible for managing underwriting processes and ensuring effective risk assessment. Her work involves collaborating with various stakeholders to support the company's objectives in the insurance market.
Previous Experience at ICAT
Prior to her current role, Channon Dorr worked at ICAT for several years, where she held multiple positions. She served as Underwriting Service Manager 2 from 2018 to 2022, overseeing a portfolio with a book goal of $17 million across 23 offices. Before that, she was Underwriting Service Manager 1 from 2015 to 2018, and briefly worked as an Underwriter for six months in 2021.
Education and Expertise
Channon Dorr earned her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Communication from the University of Colorado Boulder, completing her studies from 2005 to 2010. Her educational background complements her professional expertise, which includes proficiency in ISO and manuscript forms, as well as management experience overseeing direct reports and mentoring staff.
Management and Relationship Building Skills
In her roles, Channon Dorr has demonstrated strong management skills, having supervised three direct reports while focusing on mentoring and handling referrals. She actively builds and maintains relationships with brokers, which is essential for ensuring competitiveness and market leadership in the insurance industry.
Early Career at Chili's
Before entering the insurance industry, Channon Dorr worked as a Food Server at Chili's in Lafayette, Colorado, from 2008 to 2019. This role contributed to her customer service skills and ability to work in fast-paced environments, which are valuable in her current underwriting positions.